JLCooper KeyShot User Manual
KeyShot
and
RackShot
Tactile Graphic Control Surfaces
Users Manual
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KeyShot, RackShot, MCS-QuickShot, MCS-ClipShot, MCS-3800, MCS-3400 and
MCS-3000 are trademarks of JLCooper Electronics. All other brand names are
the property of their respective owners.
KeyShot and RackShot User’s Manual, First Edition (April 20, 2015)
Part Number 932096
©2015 JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245 USA
! (310) 322-9990 ! (310) 335-0110 " www.jlcooper.com
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 4!
Unpacking ...................................................................................... 5!
Setup ............................................................................................... 5!
Installation ..................................................................................... 6!
Connecting the KeyShot .............................................................. 6!
Controller Modes of Operation ................................................... 7!
Using as a Host Controller ........................................................... 7!
Technical Reference ...................................................................... 8!
Connections ................................................................................. 8!
KeyShot Series RS-422 Interface Card ................................... 8!
KeyShot Series RS-232 Interface Card ................................... 9!
KeyShot Series USB Interface Card ....................................... 9!
KeyShot Series Ethernet Interface Card ............................... 10!
Power .................................................................................... 19!
GPI Outputs .......................................................................... 20!
Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 21!
Care and Service ....................................................................... 22!
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the KeyShot or RackShot. These two
products allow you to control video, audio and show control
applications in an intuitive manner. No longer do you have to use a
mouse and keyboard to cue clips, you can now use a tactile
interface with graphic buttons in a compact size.
The KeyShot and RackShot are identical products in different
chassis. The KeyShot is housed in a compact desktop style
package that is intended to fit behind a computer keyboard. The
power and interface connectors are located on the right side to
allow the unit to sit flat against a wall or monitor. The RackShot is
housed in a 1U high rack mount enclosure.
The KeyShot and RackShot have numerous interface options.
Each has a slot to accommodate the smaller MCS-Interface Cards.
These are available in:
· RS-232
· RS-422
· USB
· Ethernet
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Unpacking
When you receive your KeyShot or RackShot, you should receive
the following items:
· KeyShot or RackShot
· This Users Manual
· Power supply appropriate for your location
If you have also purchased any optional MCS-Interface cards with
the KeyShot or RackShot, the card may be preinstalled.
Please take a moment to register your product at:
http://www.jlcooper.com
This will allow us to notify you of important updates and changes
to software or features.
Setup
An interface card, which communicates with the host or a
controlled device (VTR, switcher, etc), must be installed.
To install the interface card:
1. Unplug the power cable from the unit.
2. Remove 2 screws attaching the blank plate to the side of
the unit.
3. Slide Interface Card into unit.
4. Replace 2 screws that secure card to unit.
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Installation
Connecting the KeyShot
Connecting the KeyShot is straightforward.
If you are using RS-422 to connect to your Odetics compatible
decks or video servers, install the RS-422 interface into the
interface slot. Make sure that the jumpers on the RS-422 interface
are set to “Machine”.
If you are using RS-232 to connect to a host computer, use a
standard, straight through, female to female, 9 pin D-Sub cable.
Do not use a null modem cable. Configure your host serial port to
communicate at 38400 bits/sec, 8 data bits, odd parity and one stop
bit.
If you are using USB to connect to a host computer, use a standard
USB A-B cable. A driver is available which maps the KeyShot or
RackShot to a serial port in Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000 and XP.
Consult your application documentation for more details to on how
configure your KeyShot or RackShot for your application. The
drivers can be downloaded from:
http://www.jlcooper.com/pages/downloads.html
If you are using Ethernet to connect to a host computer, use a
standard Ethernet cable. A driver is available which maps the
KeyShot or RackShot to a serial port in Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000
and XP. Consult your application documentation for more details
to on how configure your KeyShot or RackShot for your
application. The drivers can be downloaded from:
http://www.jlcooper.com/pages/downloads.html
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Controller Modes of Operation
The KeyShot and RackShot can operate either as a generic
controller or as an Odetics controller.
As a generic controller, the KeyShot and RackShot connect to a
host computer, which acts on button presses and sends feedback to
the KeyShot or RackShot in the form of text or graphics on the 10
LCD buttons.
As an Odetics controller, the KeyShot or RackShot can control a
VTR, audio deck, video server that supports the Sony 9 pin P2 or
Odetics protocol. In the Odetics mode, an KeyShot Series RS-422
Interface Card must be installed.
To switch between the two modes of operation, press SHIFT and
F4 simultaneously. Turn the knob to scroll between the different
modes. When the desired mode is displayed, press SHIFT to select
that mode. The mode change occurs immediately.
Using as a Host Controller
Since the functionality of the KeyShot or RackShot is defined by
the host application, please refer to your host applications
documentation for details on how to use the KeyShot or RackShot
with your application.
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